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The Peter Benchley Collection: Jaws, A Life of Writing, A Legacy of Ocean Conservation.
Lot 47:
Description
Papua New Guinean carved wood hippo letter opener. The integral blade is flat and tapers toward a pointed tip. 10 1/2" L x 1" H x 5/8" W.
In 1987 Peter and Wendy sailed Papua New Guinea aboard Ron and Valerie Taylor’s Reef Explorer with photographer David Doubilet, diving the sunken warships of Milne Bay and New Britain for Peter’s National Geographic feature “Ghosts of War in the South Pacific” (April 1988). They came home with weapons, tools and carvings from the Sepik River and the Highlands. The cassowary bone dagger in Lot 48, with its clay mask hilt, is the standout of the group.
From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940–2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.
Condition report:
The item is in good overall condition. It exhibits minor surface abrasions and small nicks along the edges of the carving consistent with age and utilitarian use. The tip is sharp and intact.
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